Bringing Workplace Light to Light
Did you know that the Philips Lighting Company is now officially known as Signify? Following its initial public offering in 2016, the lighting division has expanded into a 6.7-billion-dollar company.
Spaceful had the pleasure of visiting Signify’s Customer Experience Hub in Singapore. During our visit, we experienced an incredible demonstration of lighting solutions and discovered that ‘light’ is so much more than what we see.
Upon entering the space, one is guided into a fully reconstructed hotel room, where the lighting system not only provides an interchangeable atmosphere but also includes an interconnected system capable of opening and closing curtains based on voice commands and adjusting the temperature without any manual effort. They even highlighted the ability to flush toilets remotely.
Another display of solar-powered street lighting and the simulation of an actual road tunnel was also very impressive. Our focus, however, was to explore the latest lighting solutions for workplace environments. How can we leverage lighting to enhance employee experiences beyond mere visual impact?
The answer: NatureConnect. Nature Connect is a lighting system built on circadian rhythm principles. It mimics daylight and replicates a view to the sky using light scenes that boost energy levels and help windowless spaces feel in sync with nature.
Research shows that the benefits of circadian lighting go beyond just light, it can:
- Boost performance – Increases alertness and vitality of employees – Source.
- Increase occupancy – Increases the frequency of meeting room bookings – Source.
- Create and inspiring environment – Although no research studies have been done on this last element just yet, Spaceful can attest that being in this room fostered a vibrant and immersive atmosphere. A well-lit, comfortable environment that supports natural rhythms can contribute to higher job satisfaction and lower turnover rates.
- Improve employee well-being – By mimicking natural light patterns, circadian lighting helps regulate employees’ internal body clocks, leading to better sleep quality, mood, and overall well-being.
- Improve energy efficiency – Circadian lighting systems often use energy-efficient LED technology, which can reduce energy consumption and operational costs for businesses.
Lighting is far more than just ensuring visibility; it impacts the core of how we work. At Spaceful, we uncover how and where people perform their best work, and are actively exploring the latest innovative solutions, like NatureConnect, to offer the best solutions to our clients.
